Prince Edward County Dam # 6 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Prince Edward County Dam #6, also known as Wilcks Lake, is a local government-owned earth dam located in Farmville, Virginia.


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Summary

With a height of 15 feet and a length of 700 feet, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a storage capacity of 299.22 acre-feet and a surface area of 30.4 acres. Situated on the Buffalo Creek mainstem, this dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia.

Despite being categorized as "Undetermined" in terms of hazard potential and "Not Rated" in condition assessment, Prince Edward County Dam #6 has undergone inspections as of January 2020, with a set frequency of 1 inspection per year. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures have not been updated, indicating a potential area for improvement in emergency preparedness. However, the dam's location in Prince Edward County, Virginia, offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts and water resource aficionados.

As part of the Wilmington District, Prince Edward County Dam #6 presents an opportunity for further exploration and monitoring by climate and water resource enthusiasts. With its connection to Buffalo Creek and its vital role in providing recreational opportunities, this dam serves as a focal point for understanding water management in the region and the importance of maintaining infrastructure for both safety and enjoyment.

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

Buffalo Creek mainstem - VAHU6 JA08 Buffalo Creek - Locket Creet

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

30.4

Drainage Area

0.13

Nid Storage

299.22

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.